Charlton vs Tottenham They shocked Chelsea in midweek despite injury worries and could do the same to in-form Spurs.

Prediction: Spurs held after late Addicks equaliser.

Derby vs Bolton The Rams have been so unlucky in recent weeks. Missed penalties have cost them points and Fabrizio Ravanelli has said he will take them no longer. Probably won't help them much against Bolton but they could get their act together for the visit of the Wanderers.

Prediction: Hard fought stalemate.

Fulham vs Everton Everton had a good win over the Saints last week and will hope to repeat that against a much harder foe.

Prediction: No mistakes from Tigana's men as the Cottagers finish off the Toffees.

Leicester vs Southampton Gerry Taggart is on his way back from injury but the current Foxes must do without him until next year. The Saints need to start accumulating points again but they will find their hosts hard to break down.

Prediction: A hard fought draw

Liverpool vs Middlesbrough Liverpool were held to a draw by Roma but they may find Boro somewhat easier to break down, despite their recent resurgence.

Prediction: Liverpool march on.

Man Utd vs West Ham Not so happy Hammers come to 'Fortress' Old Trafford hoping to emulate Chelsea's feat of last week. Judging from their bounce back in midweek, the Red Devils could prove to be more difficult.

Prediction: Red Devils back on form with win.

Sunday 9 December

Arsenal vs Aston Villa (1600) Arsene Wenger has signed a new 4 year deal and the Gunners impressively turned over Juventus at Highbury. Villa, on the other hand, are dealing with the possible 6 match suspension of David Ginola and some 'misquoted' comments attributed to Juan Pablo Angel who was linked to Parma. Arsenal just might be gearing uo for an assault on the top.

Prediction: Gunners shoot down Villans

Blackburn Rovers vs Leeds Utd (1300) Rovers have proved they could be resilient and they may have their work cut out for them as Leeds, without several players, try to keep in touch at the top.

Prediction: Rovers manage to hold Leeds to a score draw.

Ipswich Town vs Newcastle Utd (1500) Christian Vieri taught the Tractormen a footballing lesson at the San Siro and they are rooted to the foot of the table. Newcastle are not really what you need in the way of visitors just 3 days later.

Prediction: Ipswich stunned by Magpies.

Sunderland vs Chelsea (1400) Sunderland usually do well against Chelsea, who stuttered against Charlton in midweek. Despite a generally solid defence, Claudio Ranieri needs to get the Chelsea front players firing on all cylinders as the Black Cats look likely to nick a few at the Stadium of Light.

Prediction: Exciting but Chelsea cannot hold on to their lead and it ends all square.